Steps to Connect Computer Directly to Cable Modem
Looking to connect my computer via CAT6 directly to my cable modem. Do I need to manually set an IP address on my computer to get them to connect? If so, what IP address doing I need to use?
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When I run speed test on the hardwired computer (connected to a Nighthawk switch and then to an Orbi router) I still only get ~450mbps...So, I'm thinking it isn't the laptop connectivity...
Remember...you should only do speed test directly wired to a modem. If you have a gigabit plan, you need gigabit hardware, cables and networking protocols. Meaning, no routers, air or dongles.
You may already be getting the true results of your measurements, but you should use the right equipment to get an accurate result.
